Doctor insights on:
Could I Put Weight On My Ankle If I Have A Fracture

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Depends....:
This depends whether the fracture is stable or not. I would seek the care of an orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon in your area. They can provide the appropriate treatment. One in your area can be found at aofas.Org.
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A fracture is a broken bone. As there is cartilage at the end of many bones at the joint, a fracture may also include a break in the cartilage. Fractures and broken bones are the same thing. It seems that many believe that a "fracture" is a lesser injury or an incomplete break in the bone, but this is not correct. Fractures may be displaced or non-displaced, stable or unstable.
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Too soon:
If you have pain on weight bearing, you need to be non-weight bearing at this time. In the absence of other complications, bone takes about 6 weeks to fully heal. Discuss with your doctor who will evaluate your condtion and progrees.
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Upper body exerciser:
You can get an aerobic work out by using an upper body exerciser such as that in the photo here. You can do all kinds of strengthening exercises using weights or rubber bands. You are also able to do abdominal strengthening exercises. For weight loss, getting your heart rate up and keeping it there is key.
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No:
The splint is necessary to immobilize and support the fracture. The splint should only be removed by the either the er physician or the physician you were referred to. However, directly icing the fracture is difficult. I would suggest placing an ice pack over the front of the ankle but also behind the knee. Follow your doctor's suggestions on duration and frequency for the ice pack.
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Ankle injury:
Ankle fractures can occur as a result of an injury or traumatic event. Patients state that thay sometimes hear a pop. Pain, swelling and the inabilty to walk are signs of ankle injury. An xray can help diagnose a fracture.
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About 90 minutes:
It actually depends on whether one or both bones are broken, or if it is more complicated fracture, which might take longer.
As long as a good job is done, length of time it takes to do it, doesn't matter. I am sure you'll agree.
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Is it broken or fractured is a question I am often asked. The answer is basically that a broken or fractured bone is the same thing. A fracture means a break in the cortex or the strong layer of outer bone cells. In an adult the average time for that to heal varies greatly but is often considered to be about 10-12 weeks.
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